Mobile Equipment Operator (Roadway) – Training and Growth

State of Louisiana; Harrisonburg, Baton Rouge (VA, LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking Mobile Equipment Operators to help maintain roads and bridges. Positions offer hands-on training, with opportunities for career progression and a 10% base pay increase after attaining permanent status.

The roles require working outdoors, handling heavy equipment, and may involve shift work, travel, and occasional night/overtime duties.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• Outdoor, physically active role with varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and specialized equipment for road and bridge maintenance.
• Assist with construction, repair, and upkeep of highways and bridges.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Support traffic control, cleanup, and emergency response activities.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting, loading materials, and using tools.
• Assist or guide lower-level operators as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking Mobile Equipment Operators to help maintain roads and bridges. Positions offer hands-on training, with opportunities for career progression and a 10% base pay increase after attaining permanent status.

The roles require working outdoors, handling heavy equipment, and may involve shift work, travel, and occasional night/overtime duties.